Test Case: Modular SSSC and LCC-based HVDC Link Technical Synergies
Test Case: Modular SSSC and LCC-based HVDC Link Technical Synergies This paper assesses the technical benefits that series FACTS (Flexible Alternating Current Transmission System) devices can provide to support the technical challenges when LCC-based HVDC links are connected to weak nodes. A state-of-the-art Modular Static Synchronous Series Compensators (M-SSSC) application is studied in detail. The […]
Unlocking the Queue with Grid-Enhancing Technologies
Unlocking the Queue with Grid-Enhancing Technologies The Brattle Group quantified the impact that three Grid-Enhancing Technologies (GETs) can have on the grid. In Kansas and Oklahoma alone, these technologies can make room for 5,200 MW of wind and solar generation currently looking to connect before 2025. This is more than double the development possible without […]
Making the most of Europe’s grids: grid optimisation technologies to build a greener Europe
Making the most of Europe’s grids: grid optimisation technologies to build a greener Europe WindEurope’s position paper explains that while grid expansion is crucial and needs to accelerate, grid optimization and timely solutions must also be considered. Grid optimization technologies can maximize the use of transmission capacity by increasing thermal and/or system limits or optimally […]
Real-Time Operation and Congestion Management Validation of Modular Power Flow Controller on a 150 kV Transmission System
Real-Time Operation and Congestion Management Validation of Modular Power Flow Controller on a 150 kV Transmission System IPTO, the Greek Transmission System Operator, describes their experience installing and testing modular power flow control technology. A post-contingency overload was identified and without any action would result in uneconomic dispatch of generation. Since this need was short-term, […]
Global Innovations from the Energy Sector 2010-2020
Global Innovations from the Energy Sector 2010-2020 This paper, from the World Economic Forum’s International Energy Community in China, presents an opportunity to reflect on some of the energy industry’s successful innovations since 2010. The innovations highlighted here were selected following a competitive process based on a number of factors including their contribution towards accelerating […]
Modular Power Flow Control Enhancing German Transmission Grid Capacity: An Investigation
Modular Power Flow Control Enhancing German Transmission Grid Capacity: An Investigation The German Network Development Plan includes several PSTs in the next few years. Since many network expansion efforts face delays, these projects are designed to help TSOs ‘buy time’ and increase transfer capacity by maximizing the use of the existing grid. The Institute of […]
Evaluation of SmartValve™ Devices Installation at Central Hudson
Evaluation of SmartValve™ Devices Installation at Central Hudson EPRI observed a SmartValve installation at Central Hudson to evaluate the installation and operation of the technology and identify areas for improvement. EPRI focused on the following key areas: installation process, communication and controls, cybersecurity, impact on system protection, and impact on power system operations and reliability. […]
Advantages of M-SSSC Devices over Traditional Series Compensation
Advantages of M-SSSC Devices over Traditional Series Compensation Hunt Energy Solutions collaborated with Smart Wires to undertake a technical analysis of modular SSSC compared with traditional series compensation. PSCAD simulations run on the IEEE Second Benchmark Model demonstrated that modular SSSC solutions do not resonate at any frequency. Additional advantages of modular SSSC explored include: […]